First, the land of Ithilien remained largely depopulated due to its close proximity to Minas Morgul and the threat it posed. Second, the invasion left the ancient capital of Gondor, Osgiliath, in ruins. Last, the poisoned wounds received by Boromir shortened his lifespan. Two years later Boromir succeeded his father as the Ruling Steward of Gondor in the year TA 2477.

Boromir died in TA 2489 after a rule of twelve years. He was succeeded by his son Cirion. Of all the Stewards, Boromir had the shortest lifespan, dying at the relatively young age of seventy-nine.[1]